Job Description:

Registered Manager

Longton, Preston

Salary Circa £50,000

Full Time (40 hours pw – flexible hours considered)

Ofsted – Registered children’s residential care

Overview

First for Support are proud to be working alongside our partner in their search for a Registered Manager. The perfect candidate will be responsible for the overall management, development, and delivery of a new residential care service for children and young people with learning disabilities, autism, and/or mental health needs. The role includes ensuring the service operates in full compliance with Ofsted regulations and delivers high standards of person-centred, trauma-informed care that promote safety, wellbeing, and positive outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

Ensure that all statutory and regulatory requirements are met, including Ofsted standards and safeguarding legislation.

Work with senior management to ensure the home meets and exceeds internal KPIs and regulatory expectations.

Lead the implementation of care models that support children with complex needs, ensuring all practices are person-centred and outcomes focused.

Conduct regular audits, reviews, and inspections to maintain quality and compliance.

Recruit, induct, and manage a team of residential support staff, always ensuring appropriate staffing levels and develop staff performance along with extra training and mentoring.

Ensure robust safeguarding procedures are in place, followed, and reviewed regularly, raising concerns to the appropriate individuals when required

Ensure the emotional, social, educational, and health needs of each child are met through effective planning and intervention using therapeutic approaches.

Develop and implement individual care plans in collaboration with social workers, families, and other professionals.

Build and maintain positive working relationships with families, local authorities, schools, CAMHS, and other external agencies.

Candidate Specification

Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health & Social Care and Children and Young People’s Services (or working towards) is essential.

Minimum 2 years’ experience as a Registered Manager in a children’s residential setting.

In-depth knowledge of Ofsted standards, Children’s Homes Regulations (2015), and safeguarding legislation.

Proven experience supporting children with learning disabilities, autism, or mental health challenges.

Strong leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Ability to manage challenging behaviour and complex needs within a trauma-informed framework.

Knowledge of Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) or similar approaches.

Flexible to work occasional evenings, weekends, and participate in on-call duties if required.

Full UK driving licence preferred.

If you feel you are experienced enough for this position, please apply now and we will be in touch soon.